10 Reasons You Should Get Your Teacher Training In Bali

Want To Travel And Teach? 10 Reasons You Should Get Your Teacher Training In Bali

Did you know that Bali is now an up-and-coming destination for TEFL (Teaching English as a foreign language) and TESOL (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages) courses?

If you're a native English speaker (American, Australian, British, Canadian, or New Zealander), you can get certified to become an English teacher while taking a 3-week course in Bali - the exotic island in Indonesia where Eat, Pray Love was filmed.

We give you 10 reasons why you should take your TEFL/TESOL course in exotic Bali.

1) The sunsets

Bali is known for its breathtaking sunsets. The sky is painted orange, blue, purple, as the sun dips into the horizon. Catch the sunset in the Kuta area, or at the Tanah Lot temple, or if you like something more upscale, at the Rock Bar - a bar built on top of a cliff in the Jimbaran area of Bali.



2) The beaches

Bali is also known for its fantastic white sandy beaches and huge waves, great for surfing. The weather is sunny almost all the time! Check out Dreamland beach, Amed beach, Sanur beach and much, much more. Remember that Bali's an island, so there are dozens of wonderful, sandy beaches for you to bask on!



3) The views

There are so many postcard-perfect views in Bali that you just can't find anywhere else. Check out temples such as Tanah Lot Temple, Pura Ulun Danu Bratan, Besakih Temple, clubs and bars such as Rock Bar, Potatohead, and scenic sights such as the Mount Batur volcano, and the padi fields of Ubud.


4) The people

The Balinese are some of the kindest, happiest and most spiritual people in the world. Most tourists return from Bali with a wonderful impression of the Balinese. Customer service in Bali is genuine and sincere, and the Balinese are a very grateful, family-oriented community. There's just no way to put their kindness into words - you simply have to experience Balinese hospitality for yourself.

5) The food

No trip to Bali is complete without tasting some local Indonesian delights such as Pepes Ikan (steamed fish wrapped in banana leaf), Nasi Goreng (fried rice) and Satay. For affordable options, and authentic experiences, check out warungs (small, local-run food stalls) instead of restaurants.

6) Yoga, sports, meditation, diving

The Bali community is big on keeping the body healthy as well as the mind. There is a huge yoga following in Bali, and sometimes you can also find free yoga classes at public parks. There are many sports activities such as surfing, white-water rafting, ATV riding. Bali is also home to stunning diving spots.

7) The nightlife scene

Bali's nightlife scene is fantastic, with many world class DJs coming to visit every few weeks. Check out nightspots such as Sky Garden, Mint, and Club Pyramid.

8) The low cost of... pretty much everything

There is an affordable option for everything in Bali if you know where to look. And when things aren't affordable, the prices are usually negotiable. Avoid touristy areas for the best deals, and use Bali-related Facebook groups and forums for advice from the expats who actually live in Bali.

9) The Eat, Pray, Love experience

Just like Elizabeth Gilbert in Eat Pray Love, Bali is a haven for single female travellers because its relatively safe, offers a variety of activities, and is a natural and spiritual paradise.

10) A hop, a skip, a boat or plane ride away

Bali is also a great base to explore Indonesia. Did you know Indonesia has over 18,000 islands? You can take a budget flight from Bali to Indonesia's bustling capital, Jakarta or take a boat ride to Lombok or the remote Gili islands, (where there is no transport allowed and main transport is horse carriage!)